In Uganda’s fast-growing digital world, information travels faster than ever. A single post, screenshot, or forwarded message can reach hundreds … sometimes thousands … within minutes. But not everything we see online is true. And when false information spreads, it can cause real harm: confusion, fear, conflict, and even danger. That’s why the SMS tip—“Think before you share online. Verify sources to avoid spreading misinformation” … is more than advice. It’s a skill every young person needs. So, what does it mean to verify a source? It means checking where the information came from before you pass it on. For example, if you see a post claiming that a school […]
